HR Director

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Fluid Management Inc. a Unit of IDEX Corporation is the leading global manufacturer of precision dispensing and mixing equipment for the architectural paint coatings personal care cosmetics and food and beverage industries. Fluid Management has created a global product development environment through strategic growth initiatives. By leveraging our 80 years of expertise and passion Fluid Management delivers unequalled product innovation.

From initial design to equipment selection delivery and after-sales service Fluid Management strives for close teamwork with its customers delivering high-quality easy-to-operate products for every size and type of operation.

Position Summary

This Human Resources Director is a hands-on onsite at wheeling standalone HR leader responsible for delivering both strategic and operational HR support for our Chicago site. This role partners directly with the General Manager and site leadership team to shape the employee experience strengthen organizational capability and ensure compliance with all employment regulations.

As the sole HR leader on-site the HR Director manages all aspects of HRincluding employee relations recruiting performance management culture building HR operations and workforce planningwhile serving as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees across all levels.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Culture Development

• Serve as the primary HR business partner to the General Manager and site leadership.
• Align HR strategies with business goals to support operational excellence and growth.
• Lead initiatives that build a high-performance inclusive and accountable culture.
• Act as the cultural lead for the Chicago site ensuring consistency with Global Dispensing values.

Employee Experience & Engagement

• Own the full employee lifecyclefrom onboarding through exit processes.
• Design and implement initiatives that improve communication belonging and workplace satisfaction.
• Manage engagement survey processes interpret findings and lead resulting action planning.
• Maintain strong visibility on the shop floor and across all shifts to foster trust and approachability.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for all site roles including hourly professional and management positions.
• Develop sourcing strategies that support a diverse and high-quality talent pipeline.
• Partner with local workforce agencies technical schools and community organizations.
• Forecast workforce needs and plan for future capabilities.

Leadership Development & Coaching

• Provide coaching to managers on effective leadership communication and performance management.
• Support succession planning and development planning for key roles.
• Facilitate training sessions and learning programs that build organizational capability.

Performance Management

• Lead the annual goal-setting checkin and performance review cycles.
• Support managers in setting clear expectations delivering feedback and managing underperformance.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Ensure consistent and fair administration of recognition and reward programs.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Serve as the primary contact for all employee inquiries and issues.
• Investigate and resolve employee relations matters with fairness and confidentiality.
• Maintain compliance with all federal state and local laws (EEOC OSHA DOL).
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures.

Compensation Benefits & HR Systems

• Administer salary planning job evaluations and annual compensation cycles.
• Oversee benefits administration and ensure employee understanding and engagement.
• Maintain accuracy of HRIS and payroll data; partner with corporate HR on systems and reporting.

Organizational Effectiveness & Change Leadership

• Lead site-level change management initiatives related to structure process or culture.
• Support due diligence and integration activities for M&A as required.
• Strengthen operational efficiency through continuous improvement of HR practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business or related field; Masters preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish ideal (manufacturing environment).
• 10 years of progressive HR experience with strong generalist background.
• Experience in a standalone HR role or small HR team strongly preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments required.
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with handson execution.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Workday or similar HRIS a plus.
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced multi-shift environment.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a growing manufacturing organization committed to innovation and operational excellence.
• Opportunity to shape employee experience and build a culture where people thrive.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB. THE JOB DESCRIPTION SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMPLETE LISTING OF ALL MISCELLANEOUS INCIDENTAL OR OTHER DUTIES THAT MAY BE ASSIGNED DURING NORMAL OPERATIONS.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people our culture and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world

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Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits 401(k) retirement savings program with company match PTO and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race color religion creed genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status age national origin disability protected veteran status or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal state or local laws.

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